EST Immigration & Administrative Scrivener Office

1. Philosophy: EST 【Everything Starts with Trust】

“Everything starts with trust.” 【一切始于信任】

Services Provided:

  • Status of Residence (VISA) Services
  • External Auditor Services
  • Real Estate & Loan Consulting
  • Various Business Licensing & Permits

2. Profile

Qualifications & Affiliations

  • Certified Administrative Scrivener (Registered with the Immigration Services Agency of Japan)
  • Member, Kanagawa Administrative Scrivener Association (Yokohama Branch)

Professional Experience

After graduating from university, I began my career at a regional bank. For the following 39 years, I dedicated myself to the financial sector, working across multiple institutions.

Leveraging the focus on “precision with numbers” and “unwavering integrity” cultivated through my long tenure in finance, I now provide practical, hands-on support for foreign employment and residency (visa) procedures.

3. Qualifications

  • 1st Grade Certified Skilled Professional of Financial Planning (FP1)
  • Real Estate Broker (Takken)
  • Condominium Management Specialist
  • Foreigner Employment Labor Specialist

4. Office Map

5. Inquiries & Appointments


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Service Details

I. Status of Residence (VISA) Services

Transforming the hidden risks of foreign employment into solid peace of mind.

In an era where hiring foreign talent is the norm, legal compliance defines corporate value. With the labor shortage caused by a declining birthrate and aging population, hiring foreign workers has become essential for many companies. However, an increasing number of companies are unintentionally falling into legal violations due to a lack of understanding regarding labor laws, social insurance systems, and the Immigration Control Act.

In the legal world of foreign employment, “I didn’t know” is not a valid defense. Once an issue surfaces, it can lead to administrative action, penalties, loss of corporate credibility, and serious impacts on business continuity.

Are you facing these challenges?

  • Employer concerns: “I want to hire foreign staff but am worried about managing visas and working conditions.” / “I’m not sure if we are complying with the latest amendments to the Immigration Act.”
  • Employee concerns: “I don’t understand the process for visa renewals or changes.” / “I’m worried if changes in my job duties will affect my visa status.”

The “Gap” between Japanese hiring practices and the Immigration System. Japanese employment is often “membership-based,” whereas the Immigration Act assumes “job-based” employment with clearly defined duties. Hiring without understanding this gap can lead to illegal employment or visa denials. This is why continuous support from an expert is vital.

Why Choose Us? — Support from Recruitment to Retention

  1. Education & Training: We provide practical training on labor, insurance, and immigration laws to prevent turnover due to visa issues.
  2. Management Systems: We help build internal rules to manage “who, what, and how” to ensure compliance isn’t dependent on just one person.
  3. External Compliance Audits: We provide third-party checks to visualize risks before they become problems.

Consulting early is the best risk management. We offer “Companion-style Consulting,” working alongside both the company and the worker to find practical solutions.

II. External Auditor Services

Under the current Technical Intern Training Program (TITP), supervising organizations are required to implement an External Audit System. Most organizations choose an “External Auditor” to ensure higher levels of neutrality and expertise.

Key Duties of an External Auditor:

  1. Periodic Audits (Once every 3 months): Reviewing business execution and preparing reports.
  2. Accompanying Audits (Once a year): Joining the organization’s audit of the implementing site to ensure it is conducted properly.
  3. Ongoing Support: Responding to daily inquiries and attending general meetings.

【Important】 The 2024 Legal Reform: Transition to the “Ikusei Shuro” (Training-and-Employment) System On June 14, 2024, the new Training-and-Employment Act was enacted.

  • Shift in Purpose: Moving from “international contribution” to “developing and securing human resources.”
  • Mandatory Auditors: The new “Management Support Agencies” must appoint an External Auditor (External Officers will no longer suffice).

We support you from complying with the current system to preparing for the new transition.

III. Real Estate & Loan Consulting

Real estate concerns? Let’s talk.

The outcome of real estate and loan issues depends entirely on “who you consult.” We provide a one-stop shop for bank negotiations, land utilization, third-party opinions for sales, and inheritance consultations.

Consult us if you:

  • Want to buy an investment property without failing.
  • Want to utilize idle land or real estate effectively.
  • Want to pass down real estate to heirs without trouble.
  • Are overwhelmed by the burden of management.

Why our office is chosen: Our representative has 39 years of experience in financial institutions, with 35 of those years dedicated to real estate finance. For the last 20 years, I have handled mortgage applications and land appraisals, including those for foreign residents.

Because I understand the “internal perspective” of how banks evaluate value and risk, I can offer highly feasible proposals rather than just academic theories.

No obligation to sign a contract. Our priority is to clarify your situation. If we believe it is better for you to handle it yourself or consult a different specialist, we will tell you honestly.

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